What Do You Think of The Ssangyong Musso?

[Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:25
Last edited 24/02/2022 - 15:37 by 1 other user

I've been looking at some affordable 4x4 utes and the Ssangyong Musso looks extremely promising, especially when you consider the price. it works out to about $5k - $20k less than a lower spec equivalent like D Max, Hilux, Triton or BT50

They have a good reputation for reliability from what I've seen online, with the only complaints being a bit of turbo lag when setting off from a stop (which can apparently be fixed with throttle tuning) and worries about their future, as they only recently just found a buyer.

I test drove one a few days ago and it was an extremely comfortable ute, almost dead silent on the inside (like my mums Lexus, if not better) and didn't have any power issues for me, though I am coming from a 24 year old hatchback that struggles up hills.

What do you think of it?

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  • jv on 24/02/2022 - 15:26
    +5

    What do you think of the Ssangyong Musso?

    I think it is quite hard to pronounce.

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:29
      +3

      it translates to double dragon rhino, so you could call it that if you prefer

    • GordonD on 24/02/2022 - 16:14
      +6

      Hard to pronounsss? Not if you're a sssnake.

  • spackbace on 24/02/2022 - 15:31
    +1

    It could be fine if you don't care about resale. 52 of them for sale around the country right now, only 13 of those are used/demo…

    Rear suspension is coiled. Great if you're not planning to put much of a weight in the back

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:34

      Yeah I forgot about the coil springs, non issue for me as I won't be using it to carry that much or tow anything (probably).

      Unlikely that I would sell, probably drive it till it dies.

      • spackbace on 24/02/2022 - 15:36

        It's always a tough decision and I get it. You could buy a $60k+ Isuzu/Toyota, drive it for 10 years and still sell it for $30k+. Or you get the $40k ute, drive it for 10yrs and sell it for $10k.

        Depends if you want to pay up-front, and hopefully pay less over the course of ownership

        • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:41

          I was originally looking at Toyota, my dream car is a landcruiser 79 series new but it's just too much money for what it is, so I started looking at Isuzu because I heard they were supposed to be as good as Toyota, but cheaper, and they were a bit cheaper but the prices are still quite high, for my money I could get something more comfortable like the Musso with all the ventilated seats, leather, nice tech etc and it will actually cost me less than a lower spec Isuzu.

          I won't be selling it, if I get it.

      • GG57 on 24/02/2022 - 16:11
        +6

        …as I won't be using it to carry that much or tow anything (probably).

        Interested to know why you want a 4x4 Ute

        • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 16:39
          +3

          off roading, camping

          not hardcore but enough that it'd be necessary.

  • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:38
    +2

    Last time I drove a ssangyong Korando and the steering was atrocious. You needed to turn the wheel at the current intersection for the one 100m down the road. Then there was the turbo lag, even pedal to the metal at first sight of the cross streets amber light was not enough input to get the thing going without getting honked for a slow get away.
    I wouldn't buy one, They've been importing cars here just as long as hyundai and kia but haven't got half the on road feel (dynamics/refinement) of their korean cousins.

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:42
      +1

      I recommend you take a new test drive of the Musso, I didn't have that experience

      • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 15:45
        +1

        It was a replacement car while mine was serviced. I have no intention of ever owning a ssangyong until they sort themselves out financially and have a consistent presence in Australia.
        I believe this is their 4th attempt at creating dealerships and selling vehicles here in the last 20-25ish years. Not a great track record.

  • JDMcarfan on 24/02/2022 - 16:26
    +1

    SsangYong Musso top of the range at 46k is not that far off a Triton GLS (52k) which would have all the bells and whistles you need and is a much more reputable brand in Oz.
    Aftersales support both on aftermarket parts and accessories is much better on the Triton as well as potential resale (whilst you don't plan to sell if the car gets written off during its lifetime, it'll matter). The Triton is the cheapest of the main brand utes on the market and arguably seems the best fitted to casual 4x4/runabout use (Nissan Navara is close but comes with its own mechanical issues (DPF/oil leaks), has a regular 4wd system and the fact it has coil suspension (which in your case is a non issue)
    I'm guessing your not a tradie, and the Triton dimensionally is one of if not the smallest of the dual cabs available and has the best 4wd system of the lot (only one that has low-range and ability to drive 4wd on high-traction surfaces i.e. roads, whereby the rest must be in RWD equalling less grip esp in wet weather)

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 16:38

      i was thinking about the triton, but even 6 K extra is quite a lot for me.

      you are correct, i am not a tradie, i would mainly be using the ute to move merchandise for a company (sure i could get a van, but i prefer utes and already have access to several vans that aren't mine if needed) and camping when i have some free time.

      the triton is a good option, but for me i just don't see the extra 6 thousand being worth it

      • JDMcarfan on 24/02/2022 - 16:53
        +1

        Each to their own, and I understand that if you don't plan to sell then keeping a SY and saving cash may seem better than the Mitsi, but if you are carrying heavier loads as a part of your work then having coil suspension is quite an important thing to have.
        I would say the trade off between the extra cash is not worth it in that instance as the ride and handling of the musso when weighed down will be sub-par.
        Could always go with a lower Triton (GLX+/GLX-R) for same price to not cough up the extra cash.
        Look how many older mitsis are on the road compared to SY's (I know MM sold in far greater numbers but I hardly ever see an old SsangYong), their engine's are as reliable as the other big ones (Toyota/Isuzu) and the auto-box are as well, which will contribute to the longevity you're looking for.
        Why test/risk it on SsangYong which doesn't have the same track record here. After having previously owned and suffered from a Jeep (bought when they were re-emerging in Aus in 2013/2014 (remember the my dad bought a Jeep ads)), I personally will never take risks on unknown brands again.
        Again my 2c, you're looking for advice just giving my honest perspective on it. Hell OzB's 'favourite' automotive youtuber John Cadogan (personally been in contact with him following my Jeep fiasco) has a Triton so I'd take the work of a mechanical engineer and experienced car reviewer putting his own money on one as sufficient evidence to own one myself.

        • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 21:11

          i think the cars themselves are good, it's just the business that has problems, which is why most people have never heard of them or seen one.

          i would go with a lower triton but i can get more from the ssangyong and it will end up costing me less

          no hate on the mitsubishis, they are good, but i just want to get the most bang for my buck as this will probably be the only new car i will ever buy so i don't want to buy something lower spec and then end up regretting it a few years down the track, by all accounts the ssangyong is supposedly as reliable as isuzu / toyota / any of the well knowns, just not many people want to take the chance on them

          • spackbace on 25/02/2022 - 01:04
            +1

            @[Deactivated]:

            What do you think of it?

            If you're going to ask people's advice, why are you defending the car so much? 99% of comments don't support you buying it, yet you're not agreeing with any of them.

            Just go buy 1 if you love it so much, but don't be surprised if you have regrets

            • [Deactivated] on 25/02/2022 - 01:57

              @spackbace: because i wondered what people think of it? doesn't mean i can't have a discussion about it with them.

    • [Deactivated] on 25/02/2022 - 09:52

      A very strong argument for the Triton 👍

  • smartazz104 on 24/02/2022 - 18:21

    Best looking Ssanyong ever made.

    • brendanm on 24/02/2022 - 19:25
      +2

      Not a high bar.

      • tonyjzx on 24/02/2022 - 20:32

        also you have to be comfortable owning a Z tier vehicle.

    • Euphemistic on 24/02/2022 - 20:33

      Seems the ugly stick they’ve been using has been worn out somewhat.

  • Euphemistic on 24/02/2022 - 20:34
    -1

    Might as well look at an LDV too.

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2022 - 20:37

      i did but i heard about issues with rust, as well as some issues with the infotainment console. carexpert also seemed to much prefer the musso to the t60 in their reviews

  • buckster on 24/02/2022 - 23:33
    +1

    Friend used to work at a SsangYong dealership, said they'd never buy one. Maybe things have changed but yeeech what you save upfront probably bites you later on

  • BlipBlipBoo on 24/02/2022 - 23:44

    I'd buy one, but then again I've a Renault Koleos (rebadged xtrail 2WD but with much better internal kit). Would be interesting to know the powertrain - they used to be Mercedes engines, not sure what are in there just now though.

    Will this be the updated 2022 March one?

  • Presence on 25/02/2022 - 08:37
    +1

    They had some serious financial issues, not sure what happened but I wouldn't buy a car where the manufacturer was about to go broke.

  • doctordv8 on 26/02/2022 - 19:27

    Mmmmm, remember the Camira? Or any Daewoo badged anchor?

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